Extra: About "About" (Xingsu and Arlecchino)

Xingsu - On Arlecchino's Love: "Why did I fall in love with her...? Does loving someone need a reason?"

Xingsu - About Arlecchino's Habits: "She likes to eat the original flavor of ingredients, even raw meat... so before meals, we try all sorts of ways to persuade her to eat cooked food. She also likes to cross her legs all the time, which does look good on her, but isn't she afraid of developing scoliosis?"

Xingsu - Regarding Arlecchino Madness: "Has anyone told you she's crazy? Sometimes she really is crazy... Specifically? This is a 12+ game, I can't go into details."

Xingsu - About Arlecchino from the Past: "Honestly, she used to blush like a little girl. I don't know what she's been through all these years. Now, if that happens, she just drags me to duo queue. You ask me if I prefer the past or the present? Of course, I've always preferred her."

Xingsu - Regarding Arlecchino's Duties: "Arlecchino's role as the head of the House of the Hearth requires her to establish her authority as 'father,' while I prefer to be with the children, allowing me to better attend to each child's needs. Sigh, because of this, some children even call me 'Mother' in private... Hmm? You don't think so too, do you?"

Anything you'd like to share about food. "The tea and cakes at House of the Hearth are delicious. If you have the chance sometime, I can invite you to try them."

A nobleman's thought, "Why would I lay a hand on those nobles? When they lay their hands on children, they were no different from animals."

Interesting Observations - The Trial: "I had spoken with that Great General Mahamatra about his work when I was in Sumeru, so in my mind, a trial should be a solemn and dignified affair. But Fontaine is different. Here, the trial is like a grand carnival. The outcome of the trial becomes less important, while the process, the twists and turns, and the climax become the talk of the town. Although Neuvillette did the best he could to be fair, I can only express my understanding and respect."

Interesting Observations - Rescue: "During one operation, when I rescued the children of those nobles, their eyes were devoid of light. The children's first reaction upon seeing me was to take off their thin clothes. Later, I learned that they would have no food if they didn't deal with the nobles' bestiality. I was glad that noble was still alive at the time, so I could ensure his untimely demise. As for the children, I hid their painful memories. When they can stand on their own two feet and confront their past pain, those memories will become the nourishment for their transformation."

About myself – the contradiction. "By day Morning Star for the children in the House of the Hearth, and by night I'm the Morning Star for punishing evil in Fontaine. It may sound contradictory, but both of these are indeed me. I'm just doing my own way of upholding justice."

Xingsu's hobby. "On a leisurely afternoon, I enjoy tea and snacks with Arlecchino, watching the children go about their business in an orderly manner. I really wish there were more times like this."

Xingsu's worries. "Why do you all think my relationship with Arlecchino is like that of a domineering CEO and a pampered wife... Am I really that weak?"

Favorite food. "I'm not actually a picky eater. If you ask me what my favorite food is, it's beef, since that's the dish Arlecchino makes for me the most."

Disliked food. "When I was strolling around Court of Fontaine, a man who claimed to be a true Fontaine local enthusiastically recommended a dish called 'Stargazing Pie' to me... I still can't forget the dead, unseeing expressions on the faces of those fish."

Arlecchino - About Xingsu and Love: "Why did I fall in love with him? A person who dares to love and hate, who wields his sword against fate, he deserves it."

Arlecchino - About Xingsu ·The Past: "He's always been like this, frank and straightforward, and he hates evil. I'm glad he hasn't changed after all these years."

Arlecchino - About Xingsu's Habits: "He doesn't have much free time. He does experiments in the morning, teaches children in the afternoon, and sometimes participates in operations in the evening. Every time he stays up late, I personally cook him a meal... cooked, of course."

Arlecchino - Regarding Xingsu: "He always says I can rely on him more, and in fact, he has helped me a lot. Hmm... as a reward, I'll spend more time with him."

Arlecchino - Regarding Xingsu's Responsibilities: "When it comes to managing children, he and I take turns playing the 'good cop' and 'bad cop' approach. This method, though classic, is very effective."

Anything I'd like to share? Regarding how I'm addressed. "The children call me Father, they privately call Xingsu Mother, and they call Clervie Sister... Putting aside the question of whether the generational order is messed up, at least I'm very satisfied with this way of addressing them."

Anything you'd like to share about kids. "Some kids dye their hair 42 different colors, some are dating at an immature age, and some are secretly learning to smoke from others. Rebellious kids always manage to come up with all sorts of creative ways to rebel, so that's when I have to step in."

Interesting observations - Strictness: "Some people always say I'm too strict with myself, but actually, I hold myself to the same standard."

Interesting observations - Pets: "I used to really like cold-blooded animals as pets because they can't be tamed. They won't give you anything in return, and you won't waste any extra emotions on them. But as a warm-blooded person entered my life, I gradually changed my mind."

About myself. "Sometimes I see lingering images of the past, screaming, wailing, cursing, which often wakes me from my dreams. I thought I was used to it, until later he was able to help me alleviate the negative impact of those lingering memories. At least when I'm with him, I can get a good night's sleep."

Arlecchino's hobby. "Find a time when everyone is free, have a tea party, and relax together. Seeing loved ones safe and sound around me, even if it's just a simple waste of time, it's meaningful."

Arlecchino's dilemma. "As a 'father,' I always have to project a fatherly authority onto the children... This also helps the children become closer to Xingsu and Clervie."

Favorite food. "Rare steak. It's the closest thing to the original flavor of the ingredients that he can make for me, mainly because he always cooks it for me himself."

Disliked foods. "Overcooked, overly complicated seasonings; some chefs only like to show off their skills, but this masks the original flavor of the ingredients, which is disrespectful to the food itself."